HEALTHIER COWS, HEALTHIER RESULTS

With Quality,
You Get Results

Apple Cider Vinegar solutions for NZ dairy farmers. Real apples, real results, grounded in heritage.

The Hidden Costs of Modern Farming

Modern dairy systems often rely on reactive, short-term fixes. But issues like somatic cell count, rumen health, fertility, and metabolic stress aren’t isolated problems; they’re interconnected, and they quietly erode profitability across your entire operation.

High

ONGOING TREATMENT COSTS OR PREVENTABLE COSTS ADDING UP

High

SOMATIC CELL COUNTS IMPACTING MILK QUALITY & PREMIUMS

Ongoing

LOSSES FROM FERTILITY, IMMUNITY & METABOLIC ISSUES

“We were haemorrhaging money on temporary fixes that didn't address the gut health of our herd.”

NZ Dairy Perspective
 
 
 
 
 
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Maxi Strength & Organic Certified ACV

Our solution isn’t a chemical cocktail. It’s a high-potency
Apple Cider Vinegar crafted from the juice of real apples—never concentrate.

  • Assure Quality Organic Certified
  • Meets Fonterra Traceability Requirements
  • Rich in ‘The Mother’ and natural minerals

The Natural Standard

Natural interventions that drive measurable productivity gains on every NZ farm.

Reduced Somatic Cell Count

By optimizing the internal pH and mineral balance of the herd, farmers report consistent drops in somatic cell counts, ensuring higher milk quality premiums.

Bloat Control

Natural acids aid digestion and significantly reduce the fermentation that leads to lethal bloat gas.

Internal Parasites

Deters internal worm burdens through natural acidity.

Coat Condition

Visible improvement in herd shine and skin health.

Trace Mineral Delivery

Perfect carrier for iodine and other essential supplements.

Recommended Daily Dosage & Integration

Practical delivery methods designed to fit into your existing farm workflow without disruption.

01.

TROUGH WATER

Add directly to water troughs or inline dispensing systems.

02.

ON FEED/MEAL

Spray over silage or mix with grain during milking.

03.

THROUGH DRENCHING

You can drench 50/50 with water.

THE LEDGER

5
-
20
ml

ADULT COWS / DAY

2
-
5
ml

CALVES / DAY

These numbers are just based on an average dosage. Dosage varies by targeting: increase for active bloat threats or high cell count challenges. Let us know your specific circumstances and we can advise.

A Legacy Since 1997

Dairy-Mate Direct is a division of ACV Health.

As a family with a background in farming, we know the importance of keeping a healthy herd.

Our ACV is uniquely fermented from whole apples, not concentrate, preserving the enzymes and biological complexity that ‘industrial’ alternatives lack. It’s a return to honesty in agriculture.

Interesting fact – Our first sale of Apple Cider Vinegar was to a gentleman who owns horses on Fernside Road, October 1997.

EST. 1997
NZ OWNED

Find Us in Rural Stores

As RAH (Redwood Animal Health, or StockHealth

From the Paddock

“We have been using "Dairy-Mate Direct" for at least 7 years. We started using it as an aid to control our somatic cell count, which at the time could often exceed 300,000 and usually averaged 180,000 to 200,000.

While we use other policies as well such as careful culling, teat spray and some antibiotics, our cell count has come down and stayed down. The average count has been below 100,000 the last 3 years. This season we averaged 60,000 to 70,000 for the bulk of the season, only climbing to 120,000–150,000 for the last 3–4 weeks of milking. Four cows were treated for infections during the season and 30 cows given dry cow on drying off in a herd of 190. There were no cows culled for mastitis.

Other benefits we have found are:
Cows drink water even when products such as zinc are added. They love the taste.
Use all year round.
Have had no bloat cases in seven years – not one.
All cows in calf in 4–5 weeks – that is all I mate for. This year we have 5 empty cows and 1 empty heifer. I am a once-a-day milker.

As to how much we use – that varies during the year. For the first 2 months after calving we use 1.5 litres per 100 cows per day. Bulk of the season, 1 litre per 100 cows. Last month of season, 1.5 litres per 100 cows. During the drying off period, 1 litre per 100 cows every second or third day. Product is simply added to the water supply.”

Jefferis MooneyWhangarei

“I am pleased to acknowledge the benefits my mixed herd of Jerseys, Friesians, and Friesian-cross cows, heifers and weaner calves have received over the last few years from the use of Dairy-Mate Direct Cider Vinegar with Garlic. I should add to that the benefits in the way of peace of mind that my herd manager and I have received from not having to deal with 'downer' cows at calving time or coping with ryegrass staggers. Any cow with the least sign of the latter condition receives a "tonic" of Dairy-Mate Cider Vinegar with Garlic, zinc and molasses.

We do not have problems with bloat. We have not lost a cow in the last fourteen years to bloat. Our herd mastitis problems are fewer in spite of our tendency to hold on to some "old faithfuls". Last season we received a certificate of achievement from Fonterra for cow somatic cell count.
Because we use zinc as a facial eczema preventative, we believe that the Cider Vinegar with Garlic makes the water more palatable for the cows.

This spring has not been an easy one – cold, rather bleak and dry – with poorer than usual grass growth. However, in spite of such conditions the cows look quite sleek.

All in all, I consider Dairy-Mate Cider Vinegar with Garlic to be a vital part of my organically certified farming programme. Frankly, I don't think I could afford to live without it! Long may you continue to produce it.”

M A Tait JamiesonTe Aroha

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